The gastronomic critic. Francois is a very well know culinary critic on a professional visit in a very busy brasserie. Promptly recognized by the manager as he enters the restaurant. He is seated at the best table and received top notch service. He orders asparagus a la flamande and get served. Two minutes later he calls the manager to complain. He sends back the plate to the kitchen stating it smells like curry. Probably a lack of washing, he says. The chef is in the rush and is not having any …